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product_id: 33903099
title: "Miter Saw, 12 Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw, Includes Blade Wrench and Clamp, Increased Crosscut Capacity, Powerful 3800 RPM Motor 15 Amp (DWS779)"
brand: "dewalt"
price: "$1468.48"
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# 15 Amp powerhouse motor Double bevel ±49° versatility Cuts up to 2x14 lumber Miter Saw, 12 Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw, Includes Blade Wrench and Clamp, Increased Crosscut Capacity, Powerful 3800 RPM Motor 15 Amp (DWS779)

**Brand:** dewalt
**Price:** $1468.48
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## Summary

> ⚡ Cut like a pro, build like a boss.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Miter Saw, 12 Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw, Includes Blade Wrench and Clamp, Increased Crosscut Capacity, Powerful 3800 RPM Motor 15 Amp (DWS779) by dewalt
- **How much does it cost?** $1468.48 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- dewalt enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dewalt brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Double Bevel:** Miter 60° right & 50° left, bevel 49° both sides—maximize your cutting versatility with flawless accuracy.
- • **Unmatched Cutting Power:** 3800 RPM motor delivers relentless precision and durability for your toughest projects.
- • **Advanced Dust Management:** Super-efficient system captures 75%+ of dust, keeping your workspace cleaner and healthier.
- • **Robust Build & Ergonomics:** Dual steel rails, cam lock miter handle, and adjustable fences ensure long-lasting durability and quick, accurate setups.
- • **Extended Crosscut Capacity:** Effortlessly slice through 2x14 dimensional lumber at 90°, perfect for professional-grade woodworking.

## Overview

The DEWALT DWS779 12-inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw combines a powerful 15 Amp, 3800 RPM motor with advanced double bevel and sliding capabilities to cut large dimensional lumber up to 2x14. Designed for precision and durability, it features an efficient dust collection system, adjustable fences for crown molding, and a cam lock miter handle for quick, accurate angle adjustments. Ideal for professional woodworkers and serious DIYers seeking high performance and reliability without the premium price of top-tier models.

## Description

Get precision and accuracy for tough jobs with this Sliding Compound Miter Saw. This miter saw is designed with an advanced 15 Amp, 3,800 rpm motor that delivers power and durability. Tall sliding fences support 7-1/2 in. of crown nested and up to 2x14 dimensional lumbers at 90° and 2x10 at 45°. A cam lock miter handle with detent override delivers quick and accurate miter angles. Use case examples: Shelving, Baseboard, Crown Molding, Window and Door Casing, Dimensional Lumber, Cabinet Work, Flooring, Wood Cutting, Tile Cutting

Review: Great saw Its worth 6 stars - I'm comparing this to a DW70 sliding miter saw by Dewalt that's about 16 or 17 years old. A few years ago the retractable blade guard quit working correctly on it so I shoved a screw in the guard and locked it in the up position so I could still use it. This worked ok and yes you're right it is a little dangerous to use it this way. But I have it mounted permanently to a bench so no one uses it but me. Enters my youngest grandson who is now 20. Gramps, help me build some tables, which is teenage for "let me borrow your tools". So not wanting to have him go through life thinking Grandpop was responsible for him loosing a finger I opted to replace it and very happy I did. This is a great saw with a few better features than the old one. First it does come with a decent 12" blade, designed for crosscutting. Its not the best but defiantly decent. Most DIYers will find it most adequate. It's able to cut 4 x 4's in a single cut, which a 10" saw cannot. By the way it does have a 5/8" arbor so if you upgrade to a 12", 60 tooth blade, you'll need to buy an adapter ring. About $7 on desertcart. Any brand name will work as long as its a 5/8 x 1" adapter. It just a washer that fits inside the blade hole and over the arbor on the saw. This keeps the blade centered. Many 12" blades have 1" holes so they will fit sloppy without the adapter on this saw. By the way the guard retracting mechanism is all together different on this saw and will not have the same problems my old saw has, ever. Much simpler and cleaner. The saw also has an a safety switch built into the on switch in the handle. The DW70 did not have this. Unlike other tools with safety switches this one isn't a pain in the butt to use. You just have to get use to it. I's 3.5" wider than my old one which isn't important to me, since I have it built into a bench with an 8' long fence. But if you're using it portable an extra long fence is nice to have. Also the instruction book (yes I read it, well most of it) mentioned the fences are individually adjustable to keep you work perfectly in line. I have a different brand small miter saw that if you hold the board to the left of the blade it cuts perfectly but you hold the board to the right side of the blade it cuts about a degree off. since its not adjustable it can make for some sloppy, out of square miters. Talking about miters the adjustment mechanism is much better than the old style and this saw's stops came dead on, I didn't have to fine tune it all but it has the ability to fine tune it if it gets out of wack. It has a tube protruding out the back to exhaust sawdust and look like you can attach a vac to it or they include a dust catcher bag you can hang on it. That's a nice perk. My old saw blew sawdust everywhere. Of course there's no laser but I haven't convinced myself I need one. I had an add on, on the old saw, the little disc kind that fits on the arbor bolt next to the blade. You need the blade spinning to have it working and by then you really should have you board cut mark lined up anyway. So like most other woodworkers I set the stopped blade down on my cut line then raise the saw a bit above the board and turn it on then make the cut. I suppose its reassuring to see the red laser mark especially if it's a wide board and you haven't checked your miter alignment recently but really its just fluff. For $150 bucks more as a built it accessory its not worth it to me. As for the arbor disc gidgee, maybe I'll put it on when I change the blade to the 60 tooth, maybe? Right now it's in a drawer under the saw. My grandson, he went home with 2, 8 ft beer drinking frat tables and all 10 fingers and me I spent 2 great days with my youngest grandkid and hope he learned a couple tricks from his grumpy old grandpop. What a great saw
Review: Beware of model differences among DeWalt sliding compound miter saws... - Update 3-15-2019--Great price on this saw on desertcart right now at $334. Perhaps best ever. Buy it! ________________________________________________________________________________________ DeWalt does not list this model (DWS779) on their web site, probably because this saw is the top-of-the-line DWS780 corded sliding compound miter saw without the DWS780's superb XPS guide light. Right now on desertcart (as of January, 2017) and elsewhere (Home Depot online) the DWS779 is selling for $200 less than the DWS780--a substantial savings if you can do without the light. DeWalt used to sell an accessory XPS light for older saw models, but no longer. Though the accessory lights can still be found on Ebay, the electrical coupler for the accessory is no longer built into newer saws. Youtube has guides to ordering the relevant parts off the DWS780 parts list and hacking them onto the DWS779. It will set you back a bit less than $70 and a little work. My wife bought me a DWS709 12-inch sliding compound miter saw at Home Depot on Black Friday. It was advertised as a $549 value being sold as a "Special Deal" at $399 (with an additional $25 taken off at the register from manufacturer). When she gave it to me at Christmas I looked it up and found that it was a substantially different saw than the DWS780, and that it was then selling (post-Christmas) for $349 at Home Depot. Home Depot's Black Friday advertising led my wife to believe the saw she was buying was the DWS780, DeWalt's top-of-the-line saw. The Black Friday ad didn't mention model number, nor was it on display in the store, suggesting an intention to mislead potential buyers. The saw she actually received (the DWS709) is a twelve-inch sliding compound saw. But though it superficially resembles the DWS779 and DWS780, it has diminished cutting capacities along with several other more minor deficiencies (handle placement, miter-angle adjustment release, etc.). Despite Home Depot selling the DWS709 as a Black Friday "special" for $399, the store routinely sells the saw for less than $399 on its web site. This saw, the DWS779, is routinely sold for $399 on the web. That's what I bought it for from desertcart, and that's its price at Home Depot online. It is the DWS780 without the XPS light, possessing the same motor, fence, blade, stops and capacities as the DWS780. Home Depot occasionally offers a special combination of a DeWalt 12-inch sliding miter saw with a stand for $599. However, the saw sold with the stand in my experience is not the DWS780, but the DWS779 and sometimes the DWS709. Purchasers who aren't aware of the different models (and I think DeWalt intentionally obscures model differences to enable such marketing ploys) don't realize that they could buy the same saw for $399. They think they're getting the top-of-the-line DeWalt DWS780 sliding miter saw with a free stand (about a $200 value). Instead, they're getting as a package a DWS779 or DWS709 saw and a stand that they might be able to purchase separately for cheaper.... Finally, as to the tool itself (the DWS779), if you can live without the XPS light, it's everything people write about the DWS780. Good saw. Heavy. I mean, HEAVY. I'm amazed at how much heavier it is than my 20-year-old DeWalt miter saw. But a great machine. You will want a rolling stand for it if you intend to use it on sites. Trust me on this.

## Features

- Powerful 15 Amp, 3,800 rpm motor delivers extended power and durability
- Super-efficient dust collection system captures over 75% of dust generated. Dust bag included
- Tall sliding fences support crown molding up to 7-1/2 in. nested and base molding up to 6-3/4 in. vertically against the fence while easily sliding out of the way for bevel cuts
- Cuts up to 2 x 14 dimensional lumber at 90° and 2 x 10 at 45°
- Adjustable stainless-steel miter detent plate with 10 positive stops improves productivity and ensures cutting accuracy
- Miters 60° to the right and 50° to the left providing increased capacity. Bevel 49° to the right and left for maximum versatility.
- Oversized bevel scale makes bevel angle adjustments accurate and easy
- Cam lock miter handle with detent override deliver quick and accurate miter angles
- Dual horizontal steel rails with innovative clamping mechanism and linear ball bearings deliver an accurate, durable and compact saw, an essential woodworking tool
- Innovative gearbox and belt-drive design on the electric saw for wood cutting increase vertical cutting capacity. Precise miter system and machined base fence support optimize durability and cutting accuracy

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01ESCU5WS |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #29,249 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #7 in Power Miter Saws |
| Blade Length | 12 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Rectangular |
| Brand | DEWALT |
| Color | Black/Yellow |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (9,006) |
| Cutting Angle | 45 Degrees |
| Date First Available | April 26, 2016 |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Handle Material | Standard durable material (Not specifically mentioned) |
| Included Components | 1) Miter saw, 1) Carbide Blade, 1) Blade Wrench, 1) User guide. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 56 pounds |
| Item model number | DWS779 |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Material | Metal |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Number of Teeth | 32 |
| Part Number | DWS779 |
| Pattern | Saw |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 21"L x 17"W x 17"H |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | 12 Inch |
| Special Feature | Brushless |
| Special Features | Brushless |
| Speed | 3800 RPM |
| Style | 12" Sliding Miter Saw |
| Surface Recommendation | Stainless Steel |
| UPC | 885911906906 |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |
| Warranty Type | limited warranty |

## Product Details

- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** DEWALT
- **Color:** Black/Yellow
- **Power Source:** Corded Electric
- **Surface Recommendation:** Stainless Steel

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there an LED cut line?**
A: You can add the LED light to this saw.  Not a laser but a shadow light that show exactly where the saw blade will cut.   I just did it last night.   Parts can be had for about $70.   This basically turns it into a model 780 which is much more expensive.   Pretty simple to add.

**Q: Does this miter saw come with a laser or any guiding system?**
A: I've been a finish Carpenter for over 30 years and found the best laser is your eyes..First thing I do is disconnect/turn off laser if saw I am using is equipped with one...I have found them to be very inaccurate even when fine tuned...Just one Master Carpenters opinion...I own this saw and love it..my only complaint is when shaving an 1/8" to 3/8" off stock it will fall into table blade groove so next cut ,blade catches cutoffs and rockets out !!!!

**Q: Can xps be added, i know dewalt makes a kit to add it to some saws, but this model was not listed.**
A: As of March 4 2022 you cant buy all the parts to upgrade to the XPS light for less than $100. Wish I would have know this before I bought mine, since I could have just bought a DWS780 for about the same price as the parts cost and wouldnt have had to put anything together. Maybe this will change, but I spoke to a rep at MMToolparts, they dont know when they'd be getting the light component back in stock. Bought the power and light (part N515802) as one from Dewalt part supplier since that seems the way those parts are sold now, but it alone is $70 before taxes and shipping. Then you have to buy a new handle to allow install which is another $16 and wire harness for $10. So probably easier and cheaper just to buy the DWS780.

**Q: What is the measurement from the bottom of the saw (top of the workbench) to the top of the cutting table of the saw?**
A: I have two Dewalt slide saws. Both of mine are 3⁹/16. The first is an old type I the other is the battery 120 volt. The table height for both are exactly the same.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great saw Its worth 6 stars
*by B***G on June 22, 2019*

I'm comparing this to a DW70 sliding miter saw by Dewalt that's about 16 or 17 years old. A few years ago the retractable blade guard quit working correctly on it so I shoved a screw in the guard and locked it in the up position so I could still use it. This worked ok and yes you're right it is a little dangerous to use it this way. But I have it mounted permanently to a bench so no one uses it but me. Enters my youngest grandson who is now 20. Gramps, help me build some tables, which is teenage for "let me borrow your tools". So not wanting to have him go through life thinking Grandpop was responsible for him loosing a finger I opted to replace it and very happy I did. This is a great saw with a few better features than the old one. First it does come with a decent 12" blade, designed for crosscutting. Its not the best but defiantly decent. Most DIYers will find it most adequate. It's able to cut 4 x 4's in a single cut, which a 10" saw cannot. By the way it does have a 5/8" arbor so if you upgrade to a 12", 60 tooth blade, you'll need to buy an adapter ring. About $7 on Amazon. Any brand name will work as long as its a 5/8 x 1" adapter. It just a washer that fits inside the blade hole and over the arbor on the saw. This keeps the blade centered. Many 12" blades have 1" holes so they will fit sloppy without the adapter on this saw. By the way the guard retracting mechanism is all together different on this saw and will not have the same problems my old saw has, ever. Much simpler and cleaner. The saw also has an a safety switch built into the on switch in the handle. The DW70 did not have this. Unlike other tools with safety switches this one isn't a pain in the butt to use. You just have to get use to it. I's 3.5" wider than my old one which isn't important to me, since I have it built into a bench with an 8' long fence. But if you're using it portable an extra long fence is nice to have. Also the instruction book (yes I read it, well most of it) mentioned the fences are individually adjustable to keep you work perfectly in line. I have a different brand small miter saw that if you hold the board to the left of the blade it cuts perfectly but you hold the board to the right side of the blade it cuts about a degree off. since its not adjustable it can make for some sloppy, out of square miters. Talking about miters the adjustment mechanism is much better than the old style and this saw's stops came dead on, I didn't have to fine tune it all but it has the ability to fine tune it if it gets out of wack. It has a tube protruding out the back to exhaust sawdust and look like you can attach a vac to it or they include a dust catcher bag you can hang on it. That's a nice perk. My old saw blew sawdust everywhere. Of course there's no laser but I haven't convinced myself I need one. I had an add on, on the old saw, the little disc kind that fits on the arbor bolt next to the blade. You need the blade spinning to have it working and by then you really should have you board cut mark lined up anyway. So like most other woodworkers I set the stopped blade down on my cut line then raise the saw a bit above the board and turn it on then make the cut. I suppose its reassuring to see the red laser mark especially if it's a wide board and you haven't checked your miter alignment recently but really its just fluff. For $150 bucks more as a built it accessory its not worth it to me. As for the arbor disc gidgee, maybe I'll put it on when I change the blade to the 60 tooth, maybe? Right now it's in a drawer under the saw. My grandson, he went home with 2, 8 ft beer drinking frat tables and all 10 fingers and me I spent 2 great days with my youngest grandkid and hope he learned a couple tricks from his grumpy old grandpop. What a great saw

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beware of model differences among DeWalt sliding compound miter saws...
*by N***1 on January 12, 2017*

Update 3-15-2019--Great price on this saw on Amazon right now at $334. Perhaps best ever. Buy it! ________________________________________________________________________________________ DeWalt does not list this model (DWS779) on their web site, probably because this saw is the top-of-the-line DWS780 corded sliding compound miter saw without the DWS780's superb XPS guide light. Right now on Amazon (as of January, 2017) and elsewhere (Home Depot online) the DWS779 is selling for $200 less than the DWS780--a substantial savings if you can do without the light. DeWalt used to sell an accessory XPS light for older saw models, but no longer. Though the accessory lights can still be found on Ebay, the electrical coupler for the accessory is no longer built into newer saws. Youtube has guides to ordering the relevant parts off the DWS780 parts list and hacking them onto the DWS779. It will set you back a bit less than $70 and a little work. My wife bought me a DWS709 12-inch sliding compound miter saw at Home Depot on Black Friday. It was advertised as a $549 value being sold as a "Special Deal" at $399 (with an additional $25 taken off at the register from manufacturer). When she gave it to me at Christmas I looked it up and found that it was a substantially different saw than the DWS780, and that it was then selling (post-Christmas) for $349 at Home Depot. Home Depot's Black Friday advertising led my wife to believe the saw she was buying was the DWS780, DeWalt's top-of-the-line saw. The Black Friday ad didn't mention model number, nor was it on display in the store, suggesting an intention to mislead potential buyers. The saw she actually received (the DWS709) is a twelve-inch sliding compound saw. But though it superficially resembles the DWS779 and DWS780, it has diminished cutting capacities along with several other more minor deficiencies (handle placement, miter-angle adjustment release, etc.). Despite Home Depot selling the DWS709 as a Black Friday "special" for $399, the store routinely sells the saw for less than $399 on its web site. This saw, the DWS779, is routinely sold for $399 on the web. That's what I bought it for from Amazon, and that's its price at Home Depot online. It is the DWS780 without the XPS light, possessing the same motor, fence, blade, stops and capacities as the DWS780. Home Depot occasionally offers a special combination of a DeWalt 12-inch sliding miter saw with a stand for $599. However, the saw sold with the stand in my experience is not the DWS780, but the DWS779 and sometimes the DWS709. Purchasers who aren't aware of the different models (and I think DeWalt intentionally obscures model differences to enable such marketing ploys) don't realize that they could buy the same saw for $399. They think they're getting the top-of-the-line DeWalt DWS780 sliding miter saw with a free stand (about a $200 value). Instead, they're getting as a package a DWS779 or DWS709 saw and a stand that they might be able to purchase separately for cheaper.... Finally, as to the tool itself (the DWS779), if you can live without the XPS light, it's everything people write about the DWS780. Good saw. Heavy. I mean, HEAVY. I'm amazed at how much heavier it is than my 20-year-old DeWalt miter saw. But a great machine. You will want a rolling stand for it if you intend to use it on sites. Trust me on this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Feels more powerful than battery operated
*by S***Z on September 14, 2023*

I can confidently say that the DeWalt 12 inch miter saw double bevel sliding compound corded DWS779 is an outstanding tool that delivers exceptional performance. This miter saw is packed with impressive features that make it a top choice for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. Firstly, the double bevel sliding compound design of the DWS779 allows for maximum versatility and precision when cutting angles. It has a powerful motor that delivers smooth and accurate cuts, making it suitable for a wide range of projects. The sliding feature also enables users to make longer crosscuts, which is a huge advantage when working with larger materials. Another standout feature of the DWS779 is its durability and build quality. DeWalt is known for producing high-quality tools, and this miter saw is no exception. It is built to withstand heavy use and is designed to last for years. Additionally, the corded design ensures consistent power supply, eliminating the need to worry about battery life or recharging. Overall, the DeWalt 12 inch miter saw double bevel sliding compound corded DWS779 is an exceptional tool that offers outstanding performance, versatility, and durability. Whether you're a professional craftsman or a DIY enthusiast, this miter saw is a reliable and powerful choice that will undoubtedly enhance your woodworking projects.

## Frequently Bought Together

- DEWALT Sliding Compound Miter Saw, 12-Inch (DWS779)
- DEWALT Miter Saw Stand With Wheels (DWX726), Yellow
- DEWALT 10-Inch Table Saw with Rolling Stand, 32-1/2-Inch Rip Capacity (DWE7491RS)

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